HB70

Prc Support Agency

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New Mexico HB70 amends the Public Regulation Commission Act to clarify duties of the commission and its supporting agency, create the Utility.

New Mexico HB70 amends the Public Regulation Commission Act by distinguishing between the Public Regulation Commission and the agency that supports it. The bill clarifies the statutory duties of the commission and its supporting agency, including the creation of the Utility Oversight Fund. It also adjusts fee structures for pipeline operators and changes the distribution of collected fees and penalties. The commission is tasked with managing the Utility Oversight Fund, which consists of fees collected, appropriations, gifts, grants, and earnings on investment.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Not Voting

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 15

10:00 AM

Senate Rules Committee

Feb 4

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Committee

History

Mar 10

House

Signed by Governor - Chapter 64 - Mar. 10

Feb 19

House

House has concurred with Senate Amendments

Feb 17

Senate

Passed in the Senate - Y:36 N:0